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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1961
Page
4
The piece praises Yuri Gagarin for orbiting the globe in 89 minutes, noting Russia's lead in space achievement and urging the United States to rise to the challenge. It argues the feat marks a milestone for mankind and should not be belittled.
Economists warn of persistent unemployment while consumer demand revives orders and factory activity. Labor Secretary Goldberg cites 10.5 million new jobs needed to match growth. some foresee a permanent 2–3 million unemployed. The piece calls for joint labor management action with limited government role.
The high tension between Jordan and Egypt eases as a truce appears possible driven by a shared fear of Israel gaining atomic capability. Both sides seek unity against Israel while Israelis insist their program is peaceful, signaling a future where regional polities pursue reactors amid rising military stakes.
President Kennedy names Ray mond Telles of El Paso to Costa Rica as ambassador and Teodoro Moscoso to Venezuela as ambassador, marking first Mexican blood and first Puerto Rican appointments to key posts. Moscoso boosted Puerto Rico industry from poverty to 700 factories. Both selections emphasize Puerto Rico and Latin American ties.
Jim Bishop recounts Louis Walters who rose from office boy to impresario of girly revues. After a near fatal heart attack he reinvented himself with Las Vegas and Miami Beach venues, proving there is no end to his show business career.
A collection of reader letters denounces pointed toed and steel tipped women’s shoes as uncomfortable dangerous and unhealthy. Voices from Ohio Missouri Boston Philadelphia Denver Tyler and other places urge action and reform while a shoe designer-retailer defends his industry and urges buyers to stop purchasing.
Dr George W Crane explains lactic acid buildup causes muscle soreness after exercise. Randy L aged 16 and his father strained muscles after heavy work and cooling too soon. He recommends finishing workouts with a hot shower to keep blood flowing and flush out acid.
The piece recalls Jaywood Broun’s tale of importing a giant yak that yawns at breakfast and inspires the line Mighty Yak Arose. It also notes a 1912 New York event where a lawyer offered to fill a deceased judge’s post, with Mayor William Jay Gaynor responding wryly about arranging it with the undertaker.
George Sokolsky argues the United Nations risks a split over China as more members demand discussing Red China and Formosa. He warns that adopting a two Chinas seat would offend Chiang Kai-shek and weaken Asian trust, while Kennedy aides see it as an easy dodge in Laos policy.
An expert advises mothers on fostering a healthy appetite in children from two to five. Avoid pressuring the child or talking about food, restrict sweets, and offer small portions one at a time to encourage acceptance of nutritious items.
Ten physicians and one osteopathic doctor were named by Thomas D. Weiler to the state division advisory committee in Columbus. Dr. William F. Bradley will chair. the group will study medical, administrative and financial aspects to improve the Aid for the Aged health care program.
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